The Santa Cruz County Agricultural Commissioner released its 2013 crop report Tuesday and strawberries remained No. 1 as the highest value crop. Another sweet red berry, raspberries, came in at No. 2, while nursery crops, vegetables, and blackberries were also million-dollar crops.The total gross production value of Santa Cruz County agricultural commodities for 2013 was $600 million, a noticeable increase from the 2012 production value of $566 million.Santa Cruz County's exceptionally fertile soil, climate, and consumer demand for quality crops contribute to high values, the report stated. FULL REPORT: Read the 2013 Santa Cruz County Crop ReportThe report provides estimated acreage, yield, and gross value of agricultural products. Yields and gross production values are influenced by many factors, including weather, labor, market demand, and accessibility.

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. —

The Santa Cruz County Agricultural Commissioner released its 2013 crop report Tuesday and strawberries remained No. 1 as the highest value crop.

Another sweet red berry, raspberries, came in at No. 2, while nursery crops, vegetables, and blackberries were also million-dollar crops.

The report provides estimated acreage, yield, and gross value of agricultural products. Yields and gross production values are influenced by many factors, including weather, labor, market demand, and accessibility.